Myths of Light: Eastern Metaphors of the Eternal is a captivating exploration of the myths and metaphors of Asian religions. This volume, part of the Collected Works of Joseph Campbell, collects seven insightful lectures and articles.

Dive into subjects ranging from the ancient Hindu Vedas to Zen koans, Tantric yoga, and the Tibetan Book of the Dead. Through warm and accessible storytelling, Campbell reveals the intricacies and secrets of his subjects with his typical enthusiasm.

In these essays, Joseph Campbell explores the origins of myth and their role in everyday life – from Grimm fairy tales to Native American legends. He explains how the symbolic content of myth is linked to universal human experience and how myths and experiences change over time.

Included is his acclaimed essay “Mythogenesis,” which examines the rise and fall of a Native American legend. Campbell provides a deep dive into the form, function, and origin of myths, relating his work to archaeological findings and biological productions.